Mechanical Engineer Salary in California
Explore mechanical engineer salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$143,872
Monthly: $11,989
Biweekly: $5,534
Entry Level
$88,084
Monthly: $7,340
Biweekly: $3,388
Senior Level
$198,191
Monthly: $16,516
Biweekly: $7,623
Job Growth
18%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $88,084 | $143,872 | $198,191 |
| Monthly | $7,340 | $11,989 | $16,516 |
| Biweekly | $3,388 | $5,534 | $7,623 |
| Weekly | $1,694 | $2,767 | $3,811 |
| Hourly | $42 | $69 | $95 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$112,400
CA Median
$143,872
Difference
+$31,472
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Design, develop, and test mechanical equipment and systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
CADMechanical DesignThermodynamicsProblem Solving
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